I have alpha thalassemia minor. How can I build my hemoglobin quickly for a mommy makeover?

July 31, 2018
Asked By:milf160 in New Jersey, NJ

I had blood drawn about a week ago, before i started taking supplements. I am currently taking folic acid, b complex, iron, and vitamin c. When i got my results back, my hemoglobin was 11.6. It needs to be 12.5 for me to have a mommy makeover, based on what my plastic surgeon says. Is it possible to build it to a 12.5 in a matter of 2 weeks with eating folate rich foods? My primary care says that my iron levels are perfect. He says that for me, 11.6 is normal due to the alpha thalassemia.

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August 1, 2018

Answer: Mommy makeover and thalassemia minor

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